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Ford Transit Connect vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Ford Transit Connect vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Transit Connect is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,824 £.

Grand Cherokee

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers substantially more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers considerably more torque with 637 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 317 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Jeep Grand Cherokee offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 859 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries a bit more – 780 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£85,628
Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 380 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 45 km
Ford Transit Connect
Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Ford Transit Connect
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
45 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
65 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Jeep
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